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	980G Front-end Loader Operator
	Contact:  Palmer.Melvin@dol.gov

Home   1. Loader Operator Orientation   Job Training Outline   Company Policy   Operation and Maintenance Manu...    2. Pre-Operational Inspection   Shift Preparation   Walkaround   Outside Cab Inspection   Inside Cab Inspection   3. Emergency Procedures/Abnormal ...    Fire   Medical   Critical Manfunctions   Sudden Loss of Visibility   Loss of Control   Contact with Power Lines   Other Vehicle out of Control   4. Post-Operational Inspection   Park Equipment   Dismount Machine   Communicate Changes   5. On-Shift Operation   Control Familiarization   Maintain Communications   Demonstrate Blind Spots   Demonstrate Machine Movement b...    Field Practice

980G Front-end Loader Operator Job Description: 1. Loader Operator Orientation Duty Description: Difficulty: Importance: Frequency: Job Training Outline Task Description: Reference:    Mfr Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Videos Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Front-End Loader Safety (MSHA) Stockpiling Safety (MSHA) Berms and Haulroads (MSHA) 980G End-Loader (Caterpillar) Silica Control in Equipment Cabs (MSHA) Printed Materials Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 OSHA Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 MSHA Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Company Policy Task Description: Reference:    Mfr Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 MSHA Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 OSHA Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Operation and Maintenance Manual Task Description: Reference:    Mfr Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 2. Pre-Operational Inspection Op InDuty Description: Difficulty: Importance: Frequency: Shift Preparation Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Self-assessment Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Communications between shifts Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Equipment Status (In-Service/Out-of-Service) Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Personal Protective Equipment Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Walkaround Task Description: Reference:    Mfr Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Begin at right-rear corner Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Turn master switch "OFF" Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Check under machine for leaks Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Check coolant level Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Check engine oil level Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Continue to left-rear corner Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Check radiator Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Check left-rear tire/wheel/lugs/lockring Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Continue to left center of machine Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Check transmission site gauge Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Visual check of hydraulic lines/steering cylinders Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Check ladders/grab irons Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Visual check of fuel tank Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Check auto system lube lines or grease appropiate fittings Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Continue to left-front of machine Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Check under machine for leaks Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Check left-front tire/wheel/lugs/lockring Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Check bucket pins/linkage/hydraulic cylinders and lines/auto lube system lines or grease appropriate fittings Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Check bucket wear items Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Continue to right-front of machine -Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Check right-front tire/wheel/lugs/lockring Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Check bucket pins/linkage/hydraulic cylinders and lines/auto lube system lines or grease appropriate fittings Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Check bucket wear items Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Continue to right-center of machine -Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Check hydraulic oil level (sight gauge) Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Check hydraulic lines/steering cylinders Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Check ladders/grab irons Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Check hydraulic fluid fill cap Check auto lube system storage tank or grease appropriate fittings Must climb ladder to check Continue to right-rear of machine -Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Check right-rear tire/wheel/lugs/locking ring Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Turn master switch "ON" Outside Cab Inspection Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Regulation/Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Mount Machine Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Check fire extinquisher Check handrails Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Check/clean glass/mirrors Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Inside Cab Inspection Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Regulation/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Secure any loose items Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Housekeeping Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Adjust seat/check seat belt/fasten seat belt Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Key Off - Check that all controls are set properly Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Transmission Park brake applied Hydraulic controls locked out Key On - Check gauges Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Check communications (CB) Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Sound Audible Warning Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Start Engine Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Monitor gauges Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Check service brakes Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Check steering Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Check park brakes on ramp Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Check lights Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Check back-up alarm/strobe Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Cycle hydraulics Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Go to work Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 3. Emergency Procedures/Abnormal Occurrences/Non-Routine Procedures Op InDuty Description: Difficulty: Importance: Frequency: Fire Task Description: Reference:    Mfr Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Stop Machine/Exit Immediately Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Turn key "OFF"/Master Switch Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Notify supervision Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Medical Task Description: Reference:    Mfr Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Injury/Illness Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Report to Supervisor Critical Manfunctions Task Description: Reference:    Mfr Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Engine Stall/Power Loss Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 React to Panel Lights Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Tire Failure Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Brake Failure Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Steering Failure Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Hydraulic Failure Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Electrical Failure Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Sudden Loss of Visibility Task Description: Reference:    Mfr Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Loss of Control Task Description: Reference:    Mfr Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Skidding Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Submersion Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Roll Over Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Ground Failure Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Contact with Power Lines Task Description: Reference:    Mfr Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Overhead Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Underground Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Other Vehicle out of Control Task Description: Reference:    Mfr Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 4. Post-Operational Inspection Op InDuty Description: Difficulty: Importance: Frequency: Park Equipment Task Description: Reference:    Mfr Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Set park brake Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Lower bucket to ground Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Place controls in neutral condition and lock-out Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Idle Down/Cool Down Engine -Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Observe Gauges/Indicators -Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Stop Engine/Turn Off Lights -Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Dismount Machine Task Description: Reference:    Mfr Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Clean Out Cab Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Observe Ground Conditions -Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Check Ladder/Grab Irons Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Face Ladder -Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Maintain 3-point contact -Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Final walkaround/Turn off master switch Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Communicate Changes Task Description: Reference:    Mfr Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 End-Loader Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Mine Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 5. On-Shift Operation Op InDuty Description: Difficulty: Importance: Frequency: Control Familiarization Task Description: Reference:    Mfr Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Command Control Steering Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Hydraulic Controls Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Lift/Tilt Bucket Controls Kick-out Switches Ride Control Switch Transmission Operations Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Foot Pedal Controls Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 All Hand Controls Task Description: Reference:    Company PolicyManual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Maintain Communications Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Regulation/Manual Condition: Prior To Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Eye Contact Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Signals Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Hazard Reporting Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Demonstrate Blind Spots Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Regulation/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Directly Behind Machine Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Right-rear Corner Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Left-rear Corner Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Right-front of Machine Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Demonstrate Machine Movement by Trainer Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Regulation/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Articulation Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Release Parking Brake Maintain Bucket Contact with Ground Explain Pinch-points and Steering Explain Steering Lock and Purpose Forward and reverse movement Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Explain Auto-Shift Explain IBS Brake System (left pedal) Trainee's Practice Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Move forward and reverse and articulate Raise/lower bucket Check all indicator gauges Proper shut-down procedures Provide feedback/demo Loading Techniques by Trainer Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Bucket Loading Techniques Pick-and-carry Techniques Truck Loading Techniques Hopper Loading Techniques Trainee's Practice Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Bucket Loading Techniques Pick-and-carry Techniques Truck Loading Techniques Hopper Loading Techniques Field Practice Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Regulation/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: IAW Mfr Recommendation/Company Policy/MSHA Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 1 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Check gauges/indicators Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Maintain Safe Speed for Ground Conditions Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Grade Weather Road Visibility Traffic Check for Road Hazards Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Check for Highwall/Bank Hazards Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Check berms Check overhanging/loose material (alert if stone on roadway) Check for work overhead Practice Defensive Driving Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Awareness for Other Vehicles Scan Ahead Know/Remember Blindspots Traveling on a Grade Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Yield to Loaded Truck Monitor Gauges Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Clean windshield if necessary Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Use signals Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Count Loads/Scale Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Accelerate Smoothly Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Obey Traffic Signs Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Wear Seatbelts Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4 Fueling Equipment Task Description: Reference:    Company Policy/Manual Condition: Post Shutdown Standard: Company Policy Difficulty: 3 Importance: 2 Frequency: 1 Knowledge Level: 2 Skill Level: 3 Where Learned: 4

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